Environmental Health & Safety Coordinator

25-Jul-2023 to 25-Aug-2023 (CST) Freeburg, MO, USA Based on Experience Full Time Quaker Windows offers a dynamic Profit Sharing program, along with a full suite of benefits that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, paid holidays, paid time off, and 401k. Position Overview The Environmental Health & Safety Coordinator reports to the Safety Manager. This position works cooperatively with all departments and employees to promote a safe and secure working environment for Quaker employees and guests. The position will investigate incidents, review, evaluate, analyze and audit work environments and behaviors. The position will also develop programs and procedures to control, eliminate and prevent occupational disease or injury caused by chemical, environmental, physical and biological agents or ergonomic factors. Duties and Responsibilities Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, including company policy and procedure Develop and implement safety initiatives to reduce or eliminate occupational injuries and violations of federal and state safety regulations, and present training and guidance throughout the facility Serve as lead investigator for environmental or compliance incidents; conduct professional investigations, determine root cause of incidents, identify corrective actions in professional written reports and maintain incident record keeping Anticipate, identify, and evaluate hazardous conditions and practices, then implement and administer hazard control methods, understand, and apply safety policies and procedures, and promote facility security measures and protocols Prevent occupational disease or injury through identification of proper personal protective equipment Conduct safety audits and inspections throughout manufacturing facility and prepare thorough written reports Conduct environmental and compliance inspections and complete proper documentation Evaluate work processes to identify personal protective equipment needs; purchase, stock, and/or distribute personal protective equipment as needed Conduct personal protective equipment compliance audits throughout manufacturing facility and provide real-time corrective instruction to prevent work-related injuries Conduct statistical analysis of injury trends and industry safety data (both historical analyses and future projections), and interpret and present statistical data to appropriate parties Engage with all employees to promote safe work behaviors Work with environmental consultants when necessary for effective environmental management Serve as a liaison with local, county, district, and state regulatory authorities regarding matters relating to Quaker environmental hazards and/or regulatory compliance matters (including, but not limited to Dept. of Natural Resources, Environmental Protection Agency, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA); coordinate with In-House Council when responding to compliance matters Support medical team by assisting with occupational injury investigations Lead, train, and provide leadership to the safety committee, host monthly committee meetings, coordinate activities, and empower committee members to develop and obtain specific safety goals and objectives Conduct Job Hazard Analyses designed to standardize processes and assist in the development of Standard Operating Procedures or One Point Lessons to promote education and communication Complete and maintain OSHA required documentation, reports, and postings Participate in OSHA site inspections and serve as primary point of contact for OSHA communications Coordinate and manage annual audiograms, industrial hygiene surveys, respirator fit testing, Hazardous Materials Management response training, and all other safety compliance requirements Coordinate and manage permits, testing, inspection and compliance for all air and water compliance requirements including emissions tracking, propane take inspections, unleaded/leaded gas holding tank inspections, outfall sampling, Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan, National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System and Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure Plan Serve as primary point of contact and oversee all Dept. of Natural Resources, Environmental Protection Agency, and other governmental compliance matters (local, state, or federal) Manage Safety Data Sheets program, maintain Safety Data Sheets systems and/or manuals and coordinate with Purchasing to assure regulatory compliance; Actively participate in and provide leadership and training to the Safety Committee Recognize and adapt to change and evolving manufacturing environment Prompt and regular attendance at an assigned work location. Interact and communicate with employees and customers in an appropriate manner. Availability on site to confer with staff members with whom the employee must interact on a regular basis. Communicate via email and prepare reports. Review and analyze data and information concerning regulatory requirements. Plan, prioritize and monitor safety initiatives. Complete assigned tasks in a timely manner. Supervisory Responsibility No direct management or supervisory responsibilities. Safety Observe safety and security policies and procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment; report potentially unsafe conditions; and use equipment and materials properly. Travel Approximately 15% travel is required between Quaker campuses to coordinate activities and participate in safety committee activities. Qualifications An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Proficient with Microsoft Office software: Excel, Word, Outlook and social media platforms OSHA 10-Hour Course Completion required, OSHA-30 Hour Course Completion preferred Ability to operate fork trucks, pallet jacks, and common hand and power tools according to safety and OSHA standards Proficient with interpreting and converting observations into formal recommendations Preferred Education and Experience The expectation is that the individual has achieved a minimum level of education and/or related expertise to qualify for this position. Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Compliance, or a related field 2 Years Experience Implementing Safety Initiatives and Managing Environmental Compliance in a Manufacturing Environment Competencies and Skills Initiative Independent Judgment Excellent Written and Verbal Communication Skills Discretion and Confidentiality Multitasking Collaboration and Team Building Personal Effectiveness / Credibility Adaptability Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday during normal business hours. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Physical Demands The demands and environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position primarily works in a manufacturing facility. The employee must be able to: occasionally sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl frequently lift and/or carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds; work shifts of at least 8 hours, and occasionally longer, for 5 days each week; and Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. It is an essential job function and safety rule, applicable to every employee working in a safety sensitive classified position, to be able to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner. Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to climactic variations, fumes or airborne particles, various levels of vibration, and moving mechanical parts. Various different types of Personal Protective Equipment might be required based on the employee's work location. The noise level in the work area is usually low, but hearing protection may be advisable or required for prolonged visits to certain parts of the factory. Other Duties and Responsibilities Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at the discretion of management any time. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Quaker is an equal opportunity employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Quaker will be based on merit, qualifications, abilities, and Quaker's needs and resources. Quaker does not discriminate in any employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other category protected by law. Quaker Windows

Created: 2025-12-18